--- title: Chicago Senior Living | Presbyterian Homes (4) description: (4) --- - [Geneva Foundation](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation/) - [Golf Classic](http://resources.presbyterianhomes.org/geneva-foundation-golf-classic) - [Careers](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/careers/) - [Visit Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) [![Presbyterian Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Presbyterian-Living.png?width=600&height=118&name=Presbyterian-Living.png "Presbyterian Living")](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Our Communities](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/) - [Westminster Place Enjoy active independent living at Westminster Place, one of Chicago’s most highly-regarded retirement communities on the North Shore.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/westminster-place/) - [Lake Forest PlaceExperience luxury retirement living with the peace of mind of expert care at our country-club-like campus in one of Chicago’s premier neighborhoods.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/lake-forest-place/) - [The MooringsLocated in the heart of Chicago’s northwest suburbs, The Moorings offers the full continuum of senior care in a charming, close-knit community setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/the-moorings/) - [Ten Twenty GroveTen Twenty Grove is an ideal rental retirement community for those who enjoy an independent lifestyle in an urban setting.](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/our-locations/ten-twenty-grove/) - [Why Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/about-us/why-us/) - [Blog](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/) - [Living Here](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/senior-living-options/) - [Contact Us](https://www.presbyterianhomes.org/contact/) # Presbyterian Homes Blog ## [11 Things Perfect for Older Adults to Do in Arlington Heights](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-arlington-heights) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Aug 7, 2019 9:17:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![PH_BLAugustWk2FI_0819](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/PH_BLAugustWk2FI_0819.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-arlington-heights) There are so many things to do in Arlington Heights, it’s difficult to narrow down the list to just 10 destinations. However, here are some of the most popular destinations for you to check out on your next visit! [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-arlington-heights) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-perfect-for-older-adults-to-do-in-arlington-heights#comments-listing) Topics: [The Moorings](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/the-moorings) ## [10 Things to Look For When Touring a Life Plan Community](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-to-ask-about-and-look-for-when-touring-a-life-plan-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jul 18, 2019 10:39:26 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![senior-couple-featured](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/senior-couple-featured.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-to-ask-about-and-look-for-when-touring-a-life-plan-community) John Lubbock, a 19th Century English politician, philanthropist, and polymath, wrote that “what we do see depends mainly on what we look for.” [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-to-ask-about-and-look-for-when-touring-a-life-plan-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/10-things-to-ask-about-and-look-for-when-touring-a-life-plan-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [What Are Faith-Based Retirement Communities?](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-are-faith-based-retirement-communities) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jul 10, 2019 1:31:04 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![ Westminster Place is one of the many faith-based retirement communities here at Presbyterian Homes.](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/faith-based-retirement-communities.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-are-faith-based-retirement-communities) For many of us, faith is an important part of our lives and our identities. It’s only natural, then, to want to live in a retirement community that’s equipped to meet our spiritual needs. If this is true for you, faith-based retirement communities can be the answer.  [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-are-faith-based-retirement-communities) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-are-faith-based-retirement-communities#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [Lifelong Learning Opportunities for Chicago Area Seniors](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/lifelong-learning-opportunities-for-chicago-area-seniors) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jul 3, 2019 9:22:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![seniors-learning-dance-featured](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/seniors-learning-dance-featured.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/lifelong-learning-opportunities-for-chicago-area-seniors) It was Mark Twain who said Chicago “is always a novelty; for she is never the Chicago you saw when you passed through the last time.” [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/lifelong-learning-opportunities-for-chicago-area-seniors) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/lifelong-learning-opportunities-for-chicago-area-seniors#comments-listing) Topics: [Active Living](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/active-living) ## [Independent Living vs Assisted Living: Top Questions Answered](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/independent-living-vs-assisted-living-top-questions-answered) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jun 13, 2019 10:21:41 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![assisted-living-vs-independent-living-featured-image](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/assisted-living-vs-independent-living-featured-image.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/independent-living-vs-assisted-living-top-questions-answered) Wondering what the difference is between independent living and assisted living? Below, we tackle some of the most frequently asked questions about each option. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/independent-living-vs-assisted-living-top-questions-answered) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/independent-living-vs-assisted-living-top-questions-answered#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [What You Need to Know About Life Plan Community Accreditations](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-life-plan-community-accreditations) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jun 13, 2019 11:38:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![blog-june-week-2-featured-image](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/blog-june-week-2-featured-image.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-life-plan-community-accreditations) Moving to a Life Plan Community (also known as a continuing care retirement community or CCRC) represents a significant financial investment. Not only that, it can be a big lifestyle change. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-life-plan-community-accreditations) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-life-plan-community-accreditations#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [Why Continuum of Care Is Important When Choosing a Retirement Community](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/why-continuum-of-care-is-important-when-choosing-a-retirement-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on Jun 5, 2019 11:14:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![continuum-care-importance-in-retirement-blog-featured-image](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/continuum-care-importance-in-retirement-blog-featured-image.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/why-continuum-of-care-is-important-when-choosing-a-retirement-community) What’s one word you keep coming across in your search for a senior living community? Likely, many of you can answer that question with “continuum of care.” [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/why-continuum-of-care-is-important-when-choosing-a-retirement-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/why-continuum-of-care-is-important-when-choosing-a-retirement-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [How I Helped My Parent Move to a Retirement Living Community](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-i-helped-my-parent-move-to-a-retirement-living-community) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 31, 2019 10:45:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![helped-parent-move-into-retirement-community \[150x150\]](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/helped-parent-move-into-retirement-community%20%5B150x150%5D.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-i-helped-my-parent-move-to-a-retirement-living-community) When Sue’s mother, resident Joan M., first told her she was thinking about moving to a retirement living community, Sue was reluctant. In fact, at first, she even discouraged it. [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-i-helped-my-parent-move-to-a-retirement-living-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/how-i-helped-my-parent-move-to-a-retirement-living-community#comments-listing) Topics: [Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place) ## [The Best Resources for Out-of-State Children of Senior Parents](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-best-resources-for-out-of-state-children-of-senior-parents) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 24, 2019 3:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![lfp-campaign-blog-may-week-4-featured](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/lfp-campaign-blog-may-week-4-featured.jpg)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-best-resources-for-out-of-state-children-of-senior-parents) Is your aging parent safe in their home? [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-best-resources-for-out-of-state-children-of-senior-parents) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-best-resources-for-out-of-state-children-of-senior-parents#comments-listing) Topics: [Future Planning](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) ## [The Spirit of Philanthropy at Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-spirit-of-philanthropy-at-lake-forest-place) Posted by [Presbyterian Homes](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/author/presbyterian-homes) on May 15, 2019 10:20:42 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![spirt-of-philanthropy-150x150](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/spirt-of-philanthropy-150x150.png)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-spirit-of-philanthropy-at-lake-forest-place) “It is every man’s obligation to put back into the world at least the equivalent of what he takes out of it.” [Read More](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-spirit-of-philanthropy-at-lake-forest-place) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/the-spirit-of-philanthropy-at-lake-forest-place#comments-listing) Topics: [Lake Forest Place](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place) [Previous](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/page/3) [All posts](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/all) [Next](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/page/5) ### Recent Posts ### Post Filter - [Future Planning (17)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/future-planning) - [The Moorings (17)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/the-moorings) - [Lake Forest Place (15)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/lake-forest-place) - [Westminster Place - Evanston (9)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/westminster-place-evanston) - [Corporate News (6)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/corporate-news) - [Downsizing (4)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/downsizing) - [Active Living (3)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/active-living) - [Food & Nutrition (1)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/food-nutrition) - [Retirement Costs (1)](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/tag/retirement-costs) See all ### Subscribe Here! ![PH_symbol](https://blog.presbyterianhomes.org/hubfs/PresbyterianHomes_December2018/Images/PH_symbol.jpg) Sign Up for the Latest News, Updates, Tips, and Advice Presbyterian Homes 8707 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 400 Skokie, IL 60077 Presbyterian Homes is a registered 501(c)(3). 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